Senior Project Manager

East and Westbrook Construction is based in Buckner, KY and has been since its founding in 1977. If you are tired of the same old grind, come see what makes us one of the fastest growing construction companies in the state. We are NOT offering jobs.... We are offering CAREERS. Want to know the difference, keep reading... At East and Westbrook Construction, we professionally build complex structures and lasting relationships! If you have a desire to work with and for a company that cares, why not put your construction skills and experience to work for our family run construction company that's been around since 1977? We are looking for a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience running GC projects for our office in the Buckner, KY area. We know that "Lasting construction starts with a solid safety foundation." Our ideal candidate will have experience with all aspects of running Commercial and Heavy Industrial Construction projects. Exceptional Customer Service skills are a requirement for this opportunity as you will be forward facing with our customers and our Foreman running the work on the jobsite. You must also be able to pass all required pre-employment screens including a background check with MVR (driving record) and eleven-panel drug screen. Some projects require TWIC (Transportation Worker identification Credential). Due to the industrial nature of our clients and projects, candidates must be able to work when scheduled overtime, weekends, or off-shift hours. Based on project location, some travel may be necessary.

Here are the details:

• Supports, implements and leads, all aspects of the E & W Safety Program

• Works with Safety to develop the initial "Site Specific Safety Program" during the review of the "Pre-Construction Safety Meeting" along with project specifications

• Creates and maintains the project schedule including but not limited to schedule look-a heads

• Designs and implements project plans

• Communicates directly with contractors/designers concerning project cost, staffing, and scheduling.

• Prepares project status reports and works to ensure plans adhere to contract specifications

• Committed to continuous improvement and implementing best practices.

• Responsible for proactively managing, preventing and communicating any delays, emergencies and problems that can arise

• Coaches and develops Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, project Foreman, Foreman in Training and Leadmen.

• Oversees the ensures the quality of APM's and PE's work

• Oversees and directs construction projects from conception to completion, on schedule, and on budget

• Ensures and adheres to all quality policies and procedures as outlined by E & W and the customer

• Ensure Coordination and direction of construction workers and subcontractors

• Select tools, materials and equipment and track inventory

• Meet contractual conditions of performance as outlined by the customer and E & W Construction

• Review the work progress on daily basis

• Ensure that internal and external reports pertaining to job status are prepared

• Obtain permits and licenses as required

• Analyze, manage and mitigate risks

• Supports the Core Values of E & W

• Performs other duties as required

Knowledge and Skills:

• Project Management Professional (PMP certification) preferred but willing to accept commensurate experience

• Good communication and organization

• Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, and customer-focused

• Proven working experience in construction project management

• Expert knowledge of means and methods, building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards

• Understanding of all facets of the construction process

• Familiarity with construction management software packages

• Ability to plan and see the "big picture"

• Competent in conflict and crisis management

• Leadership and Human Resources Management skills

• Excellent time management skills

• Ability to work as part of a goal-oriented team